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Wednesday, May 21, 2014

World’s Best Trip: Santorini, Greece 2014

The Trip

A mythical ancient island that endured one of the largest volcanic eruptions in history, Santorini feels like no other place on earth. Here, everything is brighter: the whitewashed cube-shaped houses, the lapis lazuli sea, and the sunsets that light up the caldera. Base yourself in picturesque Oia, on the island’s northern tip. It has the best views, particularly from the vertiginous terraces at the luxurious Katikies Hotel. If you prefer to trace the footsteps of countless fishermen from centuries past, opt for an unobstructed vista from one of the Spitia Houses, two traditional cave dwellings that Athens designer Panos Zaverdinos has updated with marble sinks, kitchenettes, and platform beds. St. Nikolas Peramataris, on a black rock only 40 feet away. Back in Oia’s town center, locals congregate in the courtyard at Roka for tasty mezes—fried eggplant with tomato; apple and feta pie; fava purée—and glasses of assyrtiko, a dry white that’s bottled at neighboring Domaine Sigalas. You might even venture to the winery for a low-key tasting of its Vinsanto.
From there, a staircase corkscrews 300 steps down to Amoudi Bay, where you can swim to the church of
Santorini Affordable Tip: Catch a poetry reading—with free wine and snacks—on the outdoor terrace at Atlantis Books, an independent shop owned by a group of hyper-literate expats. It hosts events throughout the year, including a Super 8 film festival and the Caldera Literary Festival in October.
Santorini Active Tip: Charter a crewed catamaran from Santorini Sailing Blue Lagoon Cruises to visit the still-active volcano on Nea Kameni, about two miles away from Oia, where you can hike, snorkel, and float in the caldera. 30-22860/21380; half-day charters from $1,075 for up to six people.

Santorini, Greece: World’s Best Scorecard

No. 1 island overall
No. 1 island in Europe

101 Places Every Traveler Should Know For The Year 2014

Life lists naturally stir up debates. For every Angkor Wat fan, another prefers Petra. After deliberating with our correspondents and tastemakers over the most memorable experiences, Tourist Advisor narrowed the list to 101 places. How many have you visited? 

United States and Canada

• Big Island, HI: Get a lomilomi massage at Four Seasons Resort Hualalai
• Big Sur, CA: Stop along the Pacific Coast Highway at Redwood Grill
• British Columbia: Heli-ski over the Bugaboo Mountains
• Charleston, SC: Stroll the city’s private gardens
• Chicago: Tour architectural landmarks
• Churchill, Manitoba: Get face-to-face with polar bears
• Houston: Admire art at the Rothko Chapel
• Jackson Hole, WY: Go fly-fishing
• Las Vegas: Drive a Ferrari at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway
• Los Angeles: Spend a night out celeb-spotting
• Maine: Devour the ultimate lobster roll at Clam Shack
• Miami: Learn to salsa at Hoy Como Ayer
• Montreal: Take a comfort food tour
• Na Pali coast, Kauai: Hike the Kalalau Trail
• Napa Valley, CA: Eat and play like a local
• New Orleans: Hear jazz at Preservation Hall
• New York City: Start a perfect day at MoMA and Casa Lever
• Salmon River, ID: Go whitewater rafting on the Middle Fork
• San Francisco: Slurp oysters at Hog Island Oyster Bar
• Sedona, AZ: Get a Reiki energy healing treatment at Mii Amo
• Utah: Drive from the San Juan Inn through Monument Valley
• Washington, D.C.: Immerse yourself in the Freer Gallery’s Peacock Room
• Yosemite National Park: Visit the sequoias in Mariposa Grove

Europe

• Amsterdam: Explore the canals by night in a saloon boat
• Athens: View the Parthenon from the Grande Bretagne Hotel rooftop
• Tirana: Go to visit the nightlife over a zone called "Block Area" or ask to drink Raki
• Barcelona: Go on a tapas crawl
• Belle-Île, France: Enjoy oysters at Le Bistrot du Port
• Berlin: Tap into the underground nightlife scene
• Budapest: Stay at the restored Four Seasons Gresham Palace
• Copenhagen: Browse contemporary design shops
• Florence: Tour the Vasari Corridor at the Uffizi
• Galway, Ireland: Pair oysters with Guinness at Moran’s Oyster Cottage
• Iceland: Marvel at the Northern Lights
• Isle of Skye, Scotland: Go for whisky tastings at Tallisker distillery
• Istanbul: Wander the Grand Bazaar
• London: Start with breakfast at the cabmen’s shelter on Pont Street
• Madrid: Visit the Black Paintings room at the Museo del Prado
• Moscow: Tour the Diamond Vaults within the Kremlin
• Paris: Snack on bread from Du Pain et Des Idees
• Peloponnese, Greece: Stay at the ultra-luxe Amanzoe
• Prague: Explore Prague’s historic center
• Rome: Buy a gelato at San Crispino
• Santorini, Greece: Lounge at Red Beach
• Sicily: See the mosaics at Villa Romana del Casale
• Siena, Italy: Attend the medieval-era Palio horse race
• Spain: Take an architecture-themed drive from Bilbao to Granada
• Stockholm: Visit the Vasa Museum
• Venice: Shop for glassware at L’Angolo del Passat
• Versailles, France: Explore Andre Le Notre’s gardens at Versailles
• Vienna: Attend a concert at the Musikverein

The Caribbean and the Bahamas

• British Virgin Islands: Hop the beach bars in a chartered sailboat
• Harbour Island, Bahamas: Walk the Pink Sand Beach
• St. Bart’s: Go to Shell Beach
• Turks & Caicos: Get an ayurveda-inspired treatment at Parrot Cay
• Vieques, Puerto Rico: Float in the bioluminescent Mosquito Bay

Mexico and Central and South America

• Amazon cruise: Take an intimate river cruise
• Atacama Desert, Chile: Hike the salt flats and volcanoes
• Buenos Aires: Try a tango class
• Easter Island: See the mysterious statues
• Galápagos Islands: Spot Darwin’s finches and other wildlife
• Iguazú Falls, Brazil: Stay at Hotel das Cataratas by the thundering falls
• Machu Picchu: Enter the citadel as the Incas did through Sun Gate
• Mayan sites: Take an archaeologist-led tour
• Mexico City: See Diego Rivera’s murals at the Palacio Nacional
• Oaxaca, Mexico: Enjoy Slow Food dishes at La Biznaga
• Patagonia, Argentina: Admire the Perito Moreno Glacier
• Rio de Janeiro: Go on a helicopter ride over the city
• Salvador de Bahia, Brazil: Take in the festival atmosphere of Old Town

Australia, New Zealand, the South Pacific, and Antarctica

• Antarctica: Visit penguin rookeries
• Fiji: Stay at a private island resort
• Kimberley Coastline, Australia: Look forbreaching humpback whales
• Milford Sound, New Zealand: Explore the fjord by ferry
• Papua New Guinea: Meet villagers and watch ceremonies
• Sydney: People-watch at Bondi Beach

Asia

• Angkor, Cambodia: Ditch the crowds at Preah Kahn temple
• Bali, Indonesia: Get a lulur scrub at Amanusa
• Beijing: Explore by foot, bicycle, and rickshaw
• Fatehpur Sikri, India: Admire the former Moghul capital
• Hanoi, Vietnam: Stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake
• Hong Kong: Soak in views from rooftop hotel bars
• Huangzhou, China: Dine at visionary restaurant Dragon Wel
• Koh Samui, Thailand: Get a treatment at Kamalaya wellness retreat
• Kyoto, Japan: Visit Tawaraya, a 300-year-old ryokan
• Rajasthan, India: Sleep on a sand dune under the stars
• Singapore: Eat at Maxwell Road Hawker Center
• Sri Lanka: Sample beaches and colonial architecture
• Sumba Island, Indonesia: Go to surf camp at Nihiwatu
• Tokyo: See the tuna auction at Tsukiji Fish Market
• Yangtze River, China: Cruise from Beijing to Shanghai

Africa and the Middle East

• Cape Town: Savor Constantia, a wine region within city limits
• Dubai: Go over-the-top with a stay at One&Only The Palm resort
• Egypt: Take a Nile cruise
• Fez, Morocco: Step back in time in the ancient walled medina
• Jerusalem: Visit the Holocaust museum at Yad Vashem
• Kenya: Stay among the Masai at Campi Ya Kanzi
• Knysna, South Africa: Eat oysters at 34 South restaurant
• Namibia: Go on a desert safari along the Skeleton Coast
• Oman: Stay at the Six Senses Zighy Bay
• Petra, Jordan: Marvel at the ancient hard-carved site
• Serengeti: Learn to take wildlife photography on safari
• Seychelles: Lounge on Anse Source d’Argent beach

5 International Trips of a Lifetime for the year 2014

Are you craving sun and surf? Culture? Adventure? Choosing a vacation destination from all the options around the globe can be overwhelming. Here, we offer five extraordinary itineraries that have it all. No matter which you choose, Verizon has you covered, with an extensive lineup of global-ready devices and coverage in more than 220 countries that makes it easy to check in with family and friends at home, and make local calls while you’re abroad. You may only take these journeys once, but the experiences will stay with you for a lifetime. Global Reliability - That’s Powerful.

Lake Como
This idyllic lake has been the retreat for Italy’s elite since Roman times, and one look will tell you why. Centuries-old villas dripping with bougainvillea are set against a backdrop of alpine mountains, creating some of Italy’s most strikingly beautiful views. From the medieval city of Como, take a short ferry ride to smaller, quainter towns like Bellagio and Varenna. Tour the villas, formal gardens, and former monasteries set amid fruit trees, olive groves, and vineyards.

Australia
Begin your visit to “Oz” in the dynamic city of Sydney, where you can take in views of the famed Opera House and Sydney Harbor Bridge, and visit the Royal Botanic Gardens and Bondi Beach. Then make your way north to the Queensland coast and experience the Great Barrier Reef, which stretches over 1,600 miles and contains 900 jewel-like islands. See the 1,500 species of fish, 215 types of birds, whales, dolphins, and sea turtles that call the reef home, and cross this “wonder of the world” off your bucket list.

South Africa
In bustling Johannesburg, tour the diverse museums, and shop culinary delicacies and locally made treasures at Neighbourgoods Market. Then head a few hours northwest to Kruger National Park, where you can track game from atop an Elephant and sleep in luxe safari tents.

Bali
First-time visitors to this enchanting Indonesian gem may be surprised by its small size – you can drive the entire gorgeous coastline in one day – but Bali certainly isn’t short on places to explore. Visit ornate Hindu temples, majestic volcanoes, see fine Balinese art at the Museum Puri Lukisan, hike by waterfalls and vanilla plantations, or simply find nirvana at one of Bali’s pristine beaches.

Greece
It’s one thing to study the ancient ruins in books, and another to watch the sun set behind the Acropolis or one of the other ancient ruins that make Athens the “cradle of Western civilization.” From there, jump on a scenic ferry ride to one of Greece’s islands surrounded by aquamarine water. Santorini, Crete, Mykonos, Hydra, and Ios are popular choices, each with its own distinct culture and charm.

Most relaxing Resorts in USA 2014

In February, when the holidays are through but winter still drags on, you’re bound to start daydreaming about a vacation. You need someplace to unwind and break out of your routine so that you can return refreshed. Here’s the first bit of relief: Tourist Advisor has done the work to uncover five resorts that know just how to pamper their guests.

Four Seasons Resort Westlake Village, CA

When a luxury hotel joins forces with a state-of-the-art medical facility (the California Health & Longevity Institute), the result is a whole new level of spa service based on hard science. Here, you can get a physical that incorporates cancer and cholesterol screenings, a cardiac risk analysis, and a test that examines your DNA’s damage and repair mechanisms. Traditional treatments—Swedish and shiatsu massage—are an alternative for those simply looking to relax. There’s an indoor family-friendly pool with a pool-length skylight, while mahogany furniture and Pierre Deux fabrics give the guest rooms a warm, soothing ambiance.
Rates: Weekend rates from $210/night.

Tanque Verde Ranch, Tucson, AZ

This upscale, 60,000-acre desert rude ranch is near Tucson, yet it feels like a true escape from big-city life. The surrounding Sonoran Desert landscape is strewn with saguaro and prickly pear cacti, and horseback riding reigns supreme. Guests have the choice of three 90-minute rides daily through the countryside, a six-hour all-day ride, or the combination of rides and a group arena lesson to hone techniques (sunset rides and private lessons cost extra).
Rates: Bed and breakfast package available through April 30 for $225/couple includes: lodging with breakfast daily; variety of resort activities; Kids program, horseback riding, and mountain biking are available for an additional charge.

Ocean House, Watch Hill, RI

Get away from the crowds by visiting this beach destination in the off-season, when skies are moody and the white sands practically deserted. Built in 1868 and redone to the tune of $146 million, this Victorian-style property is as grand as ever. Croquet lawns and putting greens add to the eclectic, old-world charm. The 49 light-filled guest rooms and 22 private villas have modern bathrooms with oversize soaking tubs, and the wraparound patio is ideal for curling up with a glass of wine, On the ground floor there's the farm-to-table Seasons restaurant, and the hotel’s official Food Forager Jan Faust Dane offers cooking classes 3x a week throughout the winter.
Rates: From $260/night in winter months (more than half off its high season rates).

Westglow Resort & Spa, Blowing Rock, NC

Set among the sleepy Blue Ridge Mountains, with 360-degree views that include the scenic parkway, this resort was named one of the World’s Best Destination Spas by Travel + Leisure readers. There’s an extensive lineup of fitness and wellness classes, such as “creating balance in your life” and “burnout prevention and healing,” and even a dedicated Life Enrichment Center. Its range of amenities includes an indoor swimming pool, whirlpools, a steam room, saunas, a cardiovascular center, weight room, tennis court, and fitness center. Guests are bound to leave with a healthy glow.
Rates: Bed and breakfast rates start at $225/night mid-week through April and include breakfast, daily guided hikes, fitness classes, and use of the spa.

Red Mountain Resort, Ivins, Utah

Ringed by a trio of natural attractions—Snow, Zion, and Bryce canyons—the Red Mountain Spa devotes as much attention to fitness as to pampering. A sample day can be spent hiking, biking, and rock climbing. Reward yourself for all that effort back at the holistic spa, whose locally-inspired treatments include a Canyon Sage Warm Stone Massage that uses energy-rich indigenous rocks. The 82 rooms and villas were renovated in 2006 with a tasteful Southwestern design that blends in seamlessly with the red rocks and lava fields right outside the door.
Rates: The Essential Retreat Package is $175 per person/per night and available through February 29. Package includes: three healthy delicious meals daily, daily guided morning hikes, unlimited fitness classes, healthy life classes & events, personal discovery activities, Eat Well, Feel Well cooking demonstrations, and more.

Best Beaches on Earth for the year 2014

Polihale Beach, Kauai, HI

Best for Seclusion: Barrier dunes frame this wild, seven-mile stretch, ranked No. 1 in this category. It’s the westernmost public beach on Kauai, accessible only via sugarcane farm roads that date back to the early 1900s.

Travel Advisory: The area's unpaved roads can be hazardous. Check with your rental car company for restrictions before heading out.













Saranda Beach, Ioanian sea, Albania

Saranda is one of the most important tourist attractions in Albania with an amazing view of the coast and the crystal water. With almost 330 sunny days a year and with that hospitality, it makes her one of the best destinations in the world.


 

 


 

 

Wailea Beach, Maui, HI

Best for Activities: Thanks to a clutch of mega-hotels along Wailea’s small beach coves, there are plenty of expert guides on hand at this top-ranked beach for activities. They’ll lead the kids on snorkeling, canoeing, and boogie-boarding excursions. 










Black Sand Beach, Waianapanapa State Park, Maui, HI

Best for Dramatic Landscapes: Ranked No. 1 in its category, this protected Hawaiian beach may be small (only a quarter of a mile long), but it makes a big impression because of its black sand and abundance of spiny Hawaiian hala trees.

















Seaside Beach, Seaside, FL

Best for Families: Pastel wood-paneled houses border dunes on this picture-perfect Gulf Coast beach, ranked No. 1 for families. After games of waterfront Frisbee, the entire crew can take cruiser bikes into town for a casual seafood dinner.



















South Beach, Miami

Best for People-Watching: Gym-goers in short shorts vie for attention with women in skimpy bikinis at this No. 1 people-watching beach along the Atlantic Ocean, famous for its waterfront parties and pastel-colored Art Deco hotels.

















Bahia Gardner, Española Island, Galapagos

Best for Wildlife Viewing: Most travelers visiting Darwin’s famous islands stop at this top-ranked beach, Bahia Gardner, where explorers share the sandy shore with sea lions, red lava lizards, Española
mockingbirds, and other native wildlife






One Foot Island Beach, Cook Islands

Best for Seclusion: There are no permanent residents on One Foot Island, ranked No. 2 for seclusion, where travelers can walk through shallow blue waters to long sandbars. Drumbeats at sundown signal the last boat back to neighboring Aitutaki island.
















Bells Beach, Victoria, Australia

Best for Activities: This second-ranked beach for activities, just south of Melbourne, plays host to Rip Curl Pro, the world’s longest-running surfing competition













Pfeiffer Beach, Big Sur, CA

Best for Dramatic Landscapes: The miles of cliff-lined Pacific Coast that parallel California’s Highway One are all scenic, but Pfeiffer beats out nearby stretches for its rocky coves and unusual purple sand, earning the No. 2 ranking for its dramatic landscape.





















Seven Mile Beach, Grand Cayman

Best for Families: This island’s fine sand and tranquil blue waters would impress any traveler, though parents are especially taken with the all-inclusive hotel options, and kids love the laid-back activities, from snorkeling to shell-hunting, at this second-ranked beach for families. 


Venice Beach, Los Angeles

Best for People-Watching: The two-and-a-half-mile promenade along this California beach, which came in second for people-watching, might as well be a runway for bodybuilders, street performers, and fortune-tellers. Closer to the waves, surfers and volleyball players strut their stuff.







Trunk Bay, St. John

Best for Wildlife Viewing: Located within the Virgin Islands National Park, Trunk Bay, the No. 2–ranked beach for wildlife viewing, is famous both for its marine life—an underwater snorkeling trail has signs to identify coral, sea urchins, and other fish—and the surrounding 7,000 acres of protected jungle.













Voutoumi, Anti Paxos, Greece

Best for Seclusion: No. 3 in the secluded category is Voutoumi beach on Anti Paxos, the smallest of the Ionian Islands. To get to the remote crescent of white sand surrounded by steep cliffs, take a short boat ride from Paxos Island.













Playa Kalki, Curaçao

Best for Activities: Curaçao has seen an influx of visitors thanks to its appearance on NBC’s Bachelorette. But Playa Kalki, No. 3 for activities, has long been prized by expert divers for its reefs and limestone coves, home to eagle rays and damselfish.






Maya Bay, Ko Phi Phi, Thailand

Best for Dramatic Landscapes: With a ring of white sand surrounded by mangroves and limestone walls blanketed by dense foliage, it's easy to see why this beach on the Andaman Sea nabbed the No. 3 landscape ranking—and why director Danny Boyle chose it for  cult-favorite The Beach, starring Leonardo DiCaprio.












Hapuna Beach, The Big Island, HI

Best for Families: At 200 feet, Hapuna is the widest beach on the Big Island. It’s also ranked No. 3 for groups, thanks to well-paved parking lots, picnic pavilions, and plenty of concession stands.



Ipanema Beach, Rio de Janeiro

Best for People-Watching: Along this sexy city beach, ranked No. 3 for people-watching, boardwalk stands sell beer and caipirinhas to throngs of beachgoers, who spend their days sunning in thongs (and little else) or flexing at one of Rio’s waterfront gyms.



 



 

Turtle Beach, Buck Island, St. Croix

Best for Seclusion: The offshore reefs on Buck Island, less than two miles north of St. Croix, get most of the attention, which means that the long, forest-lined beaches like this one, rated No. 4 for seclusion, are often empty. 














 

The Baths, Virgin Gorda

Best for Dramatic Landscapes: House-size granite boulders are evidence of the island’s volcanic origins, creating pools and grottoes that line this popular Virgin Gorda seashore. For dramatic scenes, this beach ranked No. 4.






Railay Beach, Thailand

Best for Activities: Rock climbers from all over the world descend on this fifth-ranked, activity-filled beach east of Phuket to scale the soaring limestone boulders, accessible only by boat from Krabi.







Best Resorts in the Caribbean Islands 2014

Translucent sea. Palm fronds waving in the breeze. Beachgoers lounging in the sun. No region speaks to total relaxation quite like the Caribbean, with its castaway islands and idyllic resorts.
So how to choose? Leave it to the jet-setting readers of Travel + Leisure who highlight their favorite resorts in the Caribbean, Bermuda, and the Bahamas as part of the annual World’s Best Awards survey. In 2014, the 20 best resorts are spread across 10 islands, from Bermuda to the British Virgin Islands, and from romantic all-inclusive sanctuaries to private rainforest verandas. There’s a top-notch Caribbean resort out there, whatever your idea of paradise.
Ever-popular Jamaica, for instance, claims the most properties (for the second year in a row) with four winners, including secluded Couples San Souci (No. 5) in Ocho Rios. The 150 colonial-decorated suites come with wicker furniture, Gilchrist & Soames bath products, and latticework balconies for taking in ocean views.
Caribbean
Further south, St. Lucia is beloved for its black-sand beaches, dramatic jungle-covered peaks, and, according to readers, three top-ranked properties, including Jade Mountain (No. 4), with its private infinity pools and panoramic views of the Pitons, and its 47-room, art-focused sister property, Anse Chastanet Resort (No. 19), tucked among coconut groves.
Though many of the top-ranked winners have appeared on the list year after year, one hotel made a big debut: W Retreat & Spa (No. 16) on Puerto Rico’s offshore island Vieques. Set among low-key fishing villages, the stylish W Retreat added a dose of luxe island flair to a destination that’s on the verge of becoming a popular hot spot (Vieques was the No. 1–ranked island in the Caribbean this year too).
But there’s one resort that has truly won travelers’ loyalty: this year’s No. 1 winner, The Reefs, Bermuda. It’s the type of property that travelers return to again and again, thanks to perks like the private rose-sand cove and world-class spa. And here’s proof of its staying power: the cliff-side hotel has been on the list for the past 10 years in a row—it’s the only hotel that earned T+L’s Hall of Fame honor.

No. 1 The Reefs, Bermuda

The Reefs, Bermuda

You’ll find plenty of familiar faces at The Reefs on Bermuda’s south shore. It’s the type of place that families and couples return to again and again—perhaps one reason why the property stocks four Flip Video cameras to capture those classic vacation moments. Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards, this iconic cliff-side resort has clearly earned its top-ranked status.
After more than 10 consecutive appearances on the






 

 

No. 2 Nisbet Plantation Beach Club, Nevis

Nisbet Plantation Beach Club, Nevis

At Nisbet Plantation, the Caribbean’s only historic plantation inn right on the beach, you’ll spot green vervet monkeys from 36 wicker-furnished cottages spread among palm trees and beachfront hammocks. Active types will want to head out with Reggie Douglas, Nevis’s reigning cycling champ, for a two-hour bike tour (the hotel concierge will gladly arrange the excursion).











No. 3 Eden Rock, St. Bart’s

Eden Rock, St. Bart’s

On chic St. Bart’s, this is the hotel for celebrity spotting. What draws the boldfaced names? Each of the 34 rooms has a different aesthetic, and can include such idiosyncratic details as a rock wall or a Philippe Starck–designed bathroom. We especially love the art gallery with a rotating selection of works on display (the space doubles as a studio, where guests can paint, too).









No. 4 Jade Mountain, St. Lucia

When you imagine a St. Lucia fantasy, you’re likely imagining Jade Mountain. Located at the highest point of the island, near the west coast town of Soufrière, the resort wraps around a hillside, its exterior all curves and rough stone. The 28 suites have only thre

Jade Mountain, St. Lucia

e walls, offering open-air, panoramic views of the Piton range.

















Couples San Souci, St. Ann, Jamaica

No. 5 Couples San Souci, St. Ann, Jamaica

For travelers looking for privacy in Jamaica, this 150-room hotel is a smart bet. It’s the smallest of the island’s all-inclusive Couples resorts, and it’s built on a cliff above a seaside cove in Ocho Rios. There are four pools, and the award-winning spa has a natural mineral pool, a spring-fed grotto, and additional private cabanas set at the cliff’s edge.




 

No. 6 Couples Tower Isle, St. Mary, Jamaica

Couples Tower Isle, St. Mary, Jamaica

This retro-chic all-inclusive in St. Mary delivers the Caribbean hotel fantasy with freshwater swimming pools and peppermint-seaweed wraps and Four Layer facials. (Note: spa services are not included in the all-inclusive rate.) Thanks to a major renovation, the 1978 property is totally refreshed, and now includes 20 new rooms, a dive pool, and 10 spa treatment rooms
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No. 7 Biras Creek Resort, Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands

Biras Creek Resort, Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands

After arriving via boat trip or helicopter ride, guests at the secluded Biras Creek—set on a 140-acre peninsula of Virgin Gorda—are whisked off in a golf cart to one of the cottage suites, each of which has an outdoor shower. Deep Bay—where you’ll find a trove of catamarans, kayaks, and Boston Whalers for guests to use—is just a short stroll past the salt-pond bird sanctuary.







No. 8 Couples Negril, Jamaica

With its fan-shaped whitewashed balcony railings and riotous tropical color schemes, this 234-room all-inclusive, adults-only Couples resort captures the vibrant spirit of Jamaica. Complimentary activities include snorkeling, sailing, scuba, tennis, and yoga

Couples Negril, Jamaica


















Couples Swept Away Negril, Jamaica



No. 9 Couples Swept Away Negril, Jamaica

Thrill seekers also in search of an all-inclusive beach vacation will love this Jamaican resort, spread out over 17 acres of gardens along Negril’s Seven Mile Beach. Here, days are spent waterskiing and playing pool volleyball, while the eight-room spa is known for Bamboo Fusion massages and seaweed wraps (ideal for tired muscles and sun-kissed skin).



No. 10 Hotel Saint-Barth Isle de France, St. Bart’s

On an island that epitomizes the glamorous, star-studded getaway, the 39-room Hotel Saint-Barth Isle de France wins for location—it’s right on Baie des Flamands, the island’s longest, widest beach. It’s no surprise, then, that the 19 oceanfront rooms and suites are the most romantic; the restaurant serves lunches of lobster spring rolls or iced pea soup at tables set in the sand.

Hotel Saint-Barth Isle de France, St. Bart’s



Everything you need to travel to Greece 2014

Greece is a country teeming with myths, traditions, history and living culture. Travellers choose it as a destination not only for its incomparable natural beauty, but because it is a magical place, full of discoveries, charm and secrets.

Travelling in Greece is at the same time a way of becoming acquainted with the origins of western civilization. Let yourself be captivated by its historical wealth and singular modern reality. A trip to Greece is the experience of a lifetime that leaves the pleasant feeling that the world is ultimately very rich, very beautiful and very interesting.

In the footsteps of Pausanias
Pausanias is without doubt, the greatest traveller in antiquity. His many-volumed, multifarious work is the archaeologists’ ‘bible’, as by following his descriptions they have managed to excavate significant ancient cities and bring to light unique treasures.
Pausanias journeyed throughout Greece. He was the archetypal travel writer, collecting myths, legends, traditions, folklore, as well as information on the everyday life of the places he visited. At the same time he recorded in great detail the layout of cities, important sanctuaries and major architectural works, along with administrative arrangements and social relationships. In honour of this great social scientist, the National Trail 031 in the Peloponnese is called the ‘Pausanias’ trail’. It is an exceptional route that starts from Patras and ends in Olympia, passing through some of the most beautiful areas of Achaia, Arcadia and Ileia. Many societies organize trips to walk the trail and in this way one can enjoy the route – especially in spring or autumn – with other nature lovers and hiking enthusiasts.

Flavours, colours and aromas
Travelling around the Greece of Dionysus and fine wines is a trend that has conquered the hearts of tourists. Lovers of fine wines and spirits follow the wine roads, combining their acquaintance with the Greek natural world and the ‘hunt’ for that splendid, liquid treasure.
As one sets out along these charming roads, they will at the same time experience local culture. Hamlets around the vineyards, traditional guesthouses and ‘temples’ to authentic Greek cuisine go to make a world filled with enjoyment and excitement.

 Greek caves – the depths of nature
The Greek land is scattered with caves exceeding 8500 in number. Major geological processes have endowed the bowels of the Greek earth with true monuments to nature, filled with charm and mystery.
Some of the caves are renowned all over the world for their significant anthropological findings, such as Petralona cave in Chalidiki and Franchthi cave in the Peloponnese.
Human history has been linked to these mystical caves. Many of them were refuges for primeval man; others were important places of worship. The power of nature, manifesting itself in the silence, unseen by human eyes, has captivated all cultures. Great chthonic deities were regarded as the protectors of caves in Greece, like the mythical “Pories”, beings with great intelligence and bodily features both human and serpent-like.
Greek caves, like Melissani on Kefalonia, those at Alistrati and Prosotsani in Macedonia, the Perama cave in Ioannina, Epirus, the famous cave of Paiania in Attica, the caves of Limnes and Diros in the Peloponnese, Diktaion Antron (Diktaean Cave) in Crete, fascinate visitors with their inner, complex decoration. Stalactites and stalagmites of incredible beauty, an ‘architectural’ structure that forms halls similar to those in royal palaces, underground waters, crystal-clear and mystical, create unparalleled underground landscapes.

 Many caves have been linked to religious tradition, like Mega Spilaion in the Peloponnese and of course, the famous Cave of the Apocalypse on the island of Patmos. There are also many small caves that were always considered sacred places, which have been converted into Orthodox churches, like Agios Konstantinos in the Peloponnese at Pellini .
Apart from being one of the special sights to see when travelling around this country, a visit to a Greek cave is a deeply mystical experience.











The islands are the main characteristic of Greece’s morphology and an integral part of the country’s culture and tradition. Greek sovereign land includes 6,000 islands and islets scattered in the Aegean and Ionian Seas, of which only 227 islands are inhabited. This is a truly unique phenomenon for the European continent.

The Greek Archipelago takes up 7,500 km of the country’s total 16,000 km coastline, offering a highly diversified landscape: beaches stretching over many kilometers, sheltered bays and coves, sandy beaches with sand-dunes, pebble beaches, coastal caves with steep rocks and dark colored sand typical of volcanic soil and coastal wetlands.

Milos island
Many of these Greek beaches have been awarded the blue flag under the Blue Flags of Europe Program, providing not only swimming, but also scuba diving, snorkeling, water skiing, sailing and windsurfing.
Some of the oldest European civilizations developed on the Greek islands (Cycladic, Minoan civilizations, etc.), so therefore the islands have unique archeological sites, a distinctive architectural heritage and the fascinating local traditions of a centuries-old and multifaceted civilization.
Moreover, 58.5% of the country’s hotel units and 62.6% of hotel beds are found on the islands (2003 data). This data, in conjunction with ideal climate, safe Greek waters and small distances between ports and coasts, have made the Greek islands extremely popular among Greek and foreign visitors.

Most of the islands are found in the Aegean Sea and are divided into seven groups (from north to south):
The Northeastern Aegean Islands
Agios Efstratios, Thasos, Ikaria, Lesbos, Limnos, Inouses, Samos, Samothrace, Chios, Psara.
The Sporades
Alonissos, Skiathos, Skopelos, Skyros
Evia
The prefecture of Evia (which also includes the island of Skiros), is next to the prefecture of Viotia on the east and on the south touches the Aegean Sea, on the north and northwest to the Pagasitiko and Maliako Gulf, while on the west and southwest with the north and south Evian Gulf.
Islands of Argosaronic
Angistri, Aegena, Methana, Poros, Salamina, Spetses, Hydra.
The Cyclades
A group of 56 islands, with the most important being Amorgos, Anafi, Andros, Antiparos, Delos, Ios, Kea, Kimolos, Kythnos, Milos, Mykonos, Naxos, Paros, Santorini, Serifos, Sikinos, Sifnos, Syros, Tinos, Folegandros, as well as the “Minor Cyclades” comprising Donousa, Irakleia, Koufonisia and Schinousa.
The Dodecanese
Astypalaia, Kalymnos, Karpathos, Kasos, Kastelorizo, Kos, Lipsi, Leros, Nisyros, Patmos, Rhodes, Symi, Tilos, Chalki.
Crete
Crete is divided in to four prefectures. From west to east there are Chania, Rethymno, Heraklion and Lasithi.

ZAKYNTHOS


 The Ionian Sea has only one island complex:
The Ionian Islands
Zakynthos, Ithaca, Corfu, Kefallonia, Lefkada, Paxi, and Kythira which is situated opposite the southern Peloponnese (Lakonia), the biggest islands in Ionian Sea, constitute the Eptanissa.
Antipaxi, Ereikoussa, Kalamos, Kastos, Mathraki, Meganissi, Othoni, Skorpios, Strofades are smaller islands in Ionian Sea.

The islands of Gavdos (situated south of Crete), Elafonissos (in the Gulf of Laconia) and Trizonis (in the Gulf of Corinth), do not forming a group but are still of unparalleled natural beauty.


When travelling to Greece, it is advisable to bear in mind the following:

As a consumer, you are protected by Greek consumer protection law for all transactions you make while travelling in the country. All enterprises, regardless of their nature (tourist or otherwise), are obliged to issue written receipts for the total amount they receive. Possession of a receipt safeguards the consumer in the event of any claim or dispute with the enterprises. Foreign visitors must ensure that they have valid medical cover before departing.

The following is valid during your stay in accommodation licensed by the GNTO and displaying the Special Function Sign:
  • The hotelier is obliged to lisence vacant rooms to customers and provide all advertised amenities.
  • Within 3 days of receiving an enquiry for a room, by any means (telephone, letter, or email), the hotelier is obliged to inform the customer  by print whether or not they accept the booking, and include details on the booking (type of room, length of stay, price). A written response protects both the customer and the hotelier.
  • The deposit for the booking cannot exceed the 25% of the total accommodation cost, and on the other hand cannot be less than the charge for one night.
  • In the event that the customer wishes to cancel a booking, and the cancellation is made 21 days prior to the agreed arrival date, the hotelier is obliged to refund the deposit in full, while for cancellations made within 21 days, the customer must pay the hotelier the 50% of the total cost of the cancelled booking.
  • In the event that the hotelier is unable to provide rooms they have confirmed with customers, they are obliged to secure customers’ stay in alternative accommodation of at least the same category, in the same town, which offers the same amenities and services as those advertised by their own establishment.
  • The hotelier is only responsible for valuable belongings entrusted to them by the customer, and for which they have issued the relevant receipt.
  • Keeping pets of any kind in a hotel is forbidden, unless the hotel provides a designated area for pets. In all cases, a prior arrangement on this issue must be made between the hotelier and the tourist-consumer.
The following is valid for transactions with tourist agencies licensed by the GNTO and displaying the Special Function Sign:
  • The tourist agency is responsible to the consumer for all the services they have sold, including those provided by third parties (hotels, restaurants, car rentals, etc.), except in cases of personal or third party liability, or force majeure.
  • In all cases, the customers of a tourist agency or car rental agency must be informed by print about the terms under which services or products are provided prior to making a purchase.
Specifically, for Organized Trips (P.O. 339/96), which Greek law defines as a fixed combination of at least two of the following elements, i.e. transport, accommodation or other services (participation in meetings or events of a professional, cultural or artistic nature, meals, guided tours etc.), it is obligatory to sign a relevant contract, which includes:
1. The terms attached to the services included in the contract (cost and category of accommodation).

2. Means of transport, meals included, itinerary, information pertaining to passports and necessary visas, cancellation policy, guided tours, entry to archaeological sites and museums, other recreational services, etc.).

3. An insurance policy which will state by print that in case of insolvency or bankruptcy of the tourist agency, the consumer, above and beyond other claims, will be entitled to a refund of the full amount paid, as well as immediate payment of repatriation expenses.
In all cases, the tourist-consumer:
  • Should acquire, for their own convenience, detailed information regarding the use of public transport at their destination, especially with regards to the cost of the journey, ticket validity and cancellations, and recommended arrival times in advance of the departure of the service.
  • Has to be aware, when using taxis, that drivers are obliged, upon request, to issue official receipts for the total cost of the journey, which include vehicle’s registration number and  owner’s name.
  • In the event of any omission or violations of the above, you may submit a complaint or claim to the Greek National Tourism Organization, by email to complaints@gnto.gr
For tourist information:
call +30 210 3310392, +30 210 3310716 send you email to info@gnto.gr
Call the Tourist Police: 1571

Before you travel

Before you travel in Greece, it is advisable to bear in mind the following:
-Depending on your country of origin, you might need a passport and a visa; you could obtain a visa through the Greek consulate nearest to your residence.
-Call your bank or your credit card company to let them know that you will be using it in Greece.
-The Electric Current in Greece is 230V AC (50Hz). Appliances from North America require a transformer and British ones an adaptor.
-In order to have access to necessary health care, tourists from member states of the European Union (EU) wishing to visit Greece must be holders of the European Health Card (EHIC) or any other legal Community document issued by their competent social security agency. Tourists from countries other than the member states of the European Union must consult their social security agency for information before travelling.
-Contact your phone company in order to make sure that your can use your mobile phone in Greece.
-As a consumer, you are protected by Greek consumer protection law for all transactions you make while travelling in the country.

Accommodation

Greece is one of the most popular tourist destinations worldwide, as every year it welcomes more than 12 million tourists, placing it among the top ranked countries on the World Tourism Organization’s list of countries with inbound tourists (according to WTO data).

Over the past several decades, alarge- or small-scaled polymorphic and modern tourist complexes have developed in order to cater to the demands and accommodation needs of every visitor.

Greece’s hotel accommodation potential amounts to around 8,900 units with a total number of 352,000 rooms.
Moreover, most of the tourist areas have a significant number of rooms for rent, which operate under the special operational seal of G.N.T.O., while more than 340 camp-sites with 30,000 spots and 2,500 small houses are operating throughout the country. Most tourist lodgings have been recently renovated and upgraded and now offer high-quality modern facilities.
Types of Accommodation
  • Hotels: (standard type, traditional guesthouses, agrotourist lodgings, etc).
  • Rooms for rent
  • Apartments for rent
  • Tourist residences and villas: self-catering dwellings provided in various sizes as holiday accommodations, depending on the needs of the tourists.
  • Campings: organized places for camping throughout Greece which operate under the official G.N.T.O. seal. They provide places for tents or caravans, as well as small bungalows, while their facilities provide a wide range of services. Places can be booked through travel agencies.
    You can get information through the search form of the Pan-Hellenic Campings Association. Free-range camping or parking outside legal camp-sites is not permitted.
     

    General Info

    Here you'll find useful information for preparing your trip to Greece. We give you practical tips on documentation, safety, healthcare, what clothes to pack, currency, tourist cards, public holidays… so you're all set when you arrive. You'll find the whole list below. Enjoy!
    Capital of Greece : Athens
    Official language: Greek
    The currency : Euro(€)
    Climate: Mediterranean
    Population: 11.306.183 (2010 estimate)
    The country is a Presidential Parliamentary Democracy 
    President of the Republic: Mr. Karolos Papoulias
    Prime Minister: Mr. Antonis Samaras
    Calling code: The international calling code of Greece is +30

    Exchange Currencies
    Greece is a Member-State of the European Union and uses its uniform currency – the Euro. Greece, as is the case with the other Member-States of the E.U. uses eight coins as follows: 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50 cents (lepta in Greek) and 1 and 2 Euros. The banknotes are issued in the following denominations: 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 and 500 Euros.
    Currency exchange rates are clearly displayed in every bank that accepts currency exchange, while credit card holders may acquire money from the ATMs of the collaborating banks. Greek banks are open for the public from 8:00 to 14:30 Mondays to Thursdays and from 8:00 to 13:30 on Fridays. They are closed on Public Holidays.
    Euros can also be exchanged for notes of other foreign currencies at exchange offices that are situated at the airport and certain main ports, in the larger cities, as well as at many tourist destinations. A passport is required when exchanging currencies.

    Time Zone & Local Holidays
    Time Greece: GMT +2
    National celebrations and Holidays 
    -New Years Day: 1st of January
    -Epiphany: 6th of January. Sea water is consecrated in the area of Piraeus. The priests throw the Cross into the sea and young men dive to catch it.
    -Ash Monday: 41 days before Easter. It is the day people begin the Lent. On Ash Monday Greeks fly kites, eat meatless food and celebrate Koulouma. Athenians gather on Philopappou Hill.
    -Independence Day & Celebration of Evaggelismos: 25th of March. Military parade.
    -Easter: From Holy Friday until Easter Monday. On Holy Friday evening every church decorates the Epitaph (Bier of Christ). During the procession of the Epitaph the streets of every city or village in the country are full of people. It is a religious procession where everybody holds lit candles in their hands and sings hymns.
    -Night of the Resurrection: It is celebrated in midnight before Easter Sunday with fireworks and candles.
    -Easter Sunday: On Easter Sunday Greeks eat barbecue lamb. The celebrations include singing and dancing all day long.
    -Labor Day: 1st of May. Flower feasts all around Athens.
    -Pentecost: It is celebrated 50 days after Easter.
    -Assumption of the Virgin Mary: 15th of August.
    -28th of October: National Celebration. Military parade.
    -Christmas: 25th-26th of December.

    Health & Safety
    In order to have access to necessary health care, tourists from member states of the European Union (EU) wishing to visit Greece must be holders of the European Health Card (EHIC) or any other legal Community document issued by their competent social security agency. You can find more information about the EHIC here
    In these cases, the necessary treatment in Greece is provided by:
    -Social Security Institute Health Units (polyclinics) or doctor’s offices in the region;
    -Regional clinics (former rural clinics) or the Health Centres of the National Health System; and
    -the outpatients’ departments of the hospitals on contract
    In order to have access to necessary health care, tourists from countries other than the member states of the European Union wishing to visit Greece must consult their social security agency for information before travelling.
    In case of emergency call:
    -Ambulance Service: 166
    -SOS Doctors : 1016
    -Duty Hospitals and Clinics
    : 1434
    -Pharmacies: 1434
    -Open Line for alcohol drug Addiction
    : 210 36 17 089
    -Poisoning First Aid
    : 210 77 93 777
    -Police: 100
    -Tourist Police: 1571

    Traveling to Greece by sea

    From the world to Greek ports!

    Every year Greek ports welcome a huge number of passengers from all over the world. Piraeus, Thessaloniki, Volos, Patras, Igoumenitsa, and island ports serve those visitors wishing to travel to Greece by sea. Ferry routes to Europe are numerous. Many cruise ships and private boats also put in at the country’s ports, as Greece is one of the favourite destinations in the world.
    The main volume of European tourists travelling to Greece by car uses ferries that have been built recently, sailing between Greek ports and ports in neighboring Italy. It acts as a “bridge”over which several million people pass. These routes are serviced with new ships that offer all modern comforts and speeds, while proper scheduling to and from Italy provide as many departures and arrivals as possible, thus giving tourists a wide selection to chose from. In order to better cover the ever increasing demand for mobile home transportation, shipping companies have scheduled ships with specially configurated areas for campers and caravans (towed and automotive).
    Travelling with these ships in a comfortable and sophisticated environment and experiencing their hospitality and modern services provides relaxation and pleasure at very reasonable prices. These ships offer various categories of cabins -from outside cabins with WC and shower to more economical inside cabins- but in every instance your overnight stay is comfortable. They usually include air-conditioning, bar, restaurants and clothing stores, as well as satellite communications (telex and fax), video games and gambling (slot machines, casino, card rooms), pools, self-service facilities, disco, cinema, children’s playroom, escalators, camping on board, etc.
    Other than facilities for daily departures -which are mainly late at night- and the option to buy return tickets, passengers are assured that they will arrive at their destination on time, while at the same time providing them with an extra vacation day.
    The Port of Patras is one of the most modern ports in the Mediterranean, offering modern port infrastructure, a modern cruise terminal, quality-integrated hospitality services and hygiene and safety standards. There is a connection with the ports of Ancona, Bari, Trieste, Brindisi and Venice in Italy.
    The port of Igoumenitsa is one of the most important ports in the European Union. It provides 5 places of mooring Ro-Ro liners, international ferry routes, 12 piers with the ability of simultaneous mooring up to 7 ships with adequate land space.The Igoumenitsa Port Authority primarily provides ship docking and passenger and vehicle traffic services.
    As one of the most important transport hubs in western Greece, the port of Igoumenitsa offers routes to Brindisi, Bari, Ancona and Venice.
    There is also connection between Greece and Turkey. Ferries (motorboats and hydrofoils) depart from at least six Greek islands to ten ports in Turkey. There are connections from Çeşme to Chios, Bodrum to Rhodes and Kalymnos, Marmaris to Rhodes, Ayvalik to Lesvos and from Kuşadası to Kos and Samos.

    Passenger Passport Control
    With the application of the terms of the Schengen Agreement in our country, all passenger ships/ferries sailing regular routes from Patras and Igoumenitsa to Italy and back (without visiting any non-Schenken third-country ports) are included in the category of ships executing domestic routes.As a result, passengers travelling in these ships, whose only destinantion is to those ports situated on the sovereign land of the Schenken countries, do not have to undergo passport control.

    Traveling to Greece by train

    A train journey is a romantic get-away, enhanced by the glory of past ages; it is also an extremely affordable solution, as it is standard practice to keep railway tickets reasonably priced and to provide discounts for young people, students and families.
    Greece’s railway network is approximately 2,500 km long, covering the greater part of the mainland. The transportation of passengers, luggage and driver-accompanied vehicles is carried out through regularly scheduled routes that are amended every year.
    The routes are carried out by high-quality Intercity-type trains (express and regular) and by regular trains (high-speed), etc). When traveling by train, it is worth looking at the architecture of the old stations along the line, most of which had been built at the end of the 19th century and are of unique workmanship and symbols of early industrial architecture.
    Every day, international trains come over the border to Greece, connecting Greece’s second largest city Thessaloniki with Sofia, Skopje and Belgrade. For further information visit the official site.

    Traveling to Greece by car

    Greece 's road network covers 117,000 kilometres. Following the modernization of the two large national highways, the construction of a major section of the Egnatia Road, etc., driving along most of the national highway network is now easier and without problems. There are numerous gas stations, restaurants and parking areas sited along the length of the road network, allowing drivers and passengers to stop and rest briefly.
    The border crossing points for entering Greece by road from the neighboring Balkan countries are Exochi Drama for Bulgaria, Evzones Kilkis for FYROM, Kakavia in the Ioannina Prefecture for Albania and Kipoi Evrou for Turkey.
    The main road axes in Greece are listed below, followed by the European road number :
    Athens- Thessaloniki (E 75 )
    Athens- Corinth (E 94 )
    Corinth- Patras (E 65 )
    Corinth-Tripoli- Kalamata (E 65 )
    Patras-Pyrgos-Oly mpia (E 55 )
    Thessaloniki-Kavala- Alexandroupoli (E 90 )
    Igoumenitsa-Alexandroupoli (Egnatia Odos Motorway)
    Chania-Agios Nikolaos ( Crete E 75)

    Driving Licenses
    E.U. Member-State citizens may use their own national driving license, while citizens of other countries must have an international driving license together with their own valid national driving license.

    Traveling to Greece by air

    Aeroplane journeys are particularly popular owing to their comfort and speed. Athens International Airport is one of the most modern in the world. Providing excellent ground services, it is a particularly attractive point of entry into Greece. Athens International Airport is linked to the suburban network, the underground metro and with many bus routes that run to central destinations in Athens, as well as to the ports of Piraeus, Rafina and Lavrion very convenient for passengers intending to depart the same day for the islands. 

    From the first day it began operations in March 2001 has won international awards and distinctions, but more significantly, it has won the hearts of the visitors who consider it to be one of the most functional and comfortable airports in Europe. It is situated 33 km southeast of Athens and there is rapid access to the airport via the Attiki Odos, a central road artery connecting Athens with the Mesogeia (Mediterranean) region, as well as through dense scheduling of the Metro and Proastiako Suburban Systems.
    The airport Museum gives you the chance to learn about the emblematic figure in world history, Eleftherios Venizelos, seeing as the airport bears the name of this great politician.
    Greece has many other airports that welcome direct flights from abroad. Alexandroupolis has the International Airport "Dimokritos", Thessaloniki the International Airport "Macedonia", Corfu the International Airport"Ioannis Kapodistrias", Rhodes the International Airport"Diagoras"  Crete, the International Airport"Nikos Kazantzakis" Airport of Heraklion and the International Airport" I.Daskalogiannis " of Chania, Kalamata, the International Airport"Captain Vassilis Constantakopoulos", Zakynthos the International Airport" D.Solomos ", Kefalonia, Kos the International Airport " Ippokratis ", Lemnos, the International Airport "Odysseas Elitis", Samos the International Airport "Aristarchos" and Kavala the International Airport " M.Alexandros ".

    Islands of Greece by size

    The following are the largest Greek islands listed by surface area. The table includes all islands of over 75 square miles (190 km2).

    1 Crete

    2 Euboea

    3 Lesbos

    4 Rhodes

    5 Chíos

    6 Cephalonia

    7 Corfu

    8 Lemnos

    9 Samos

    10 Naxos

    11 Zakynthos

    12 Thassos

    13 Andros

    14 Lefkada

    15 Karpathos

    16 Kos

    17 Kythira

    18 Icaria

    19 Skyros

    20 Paros

    21 Tinos



      

    Inhabited islands


    • Aegina
    • Hydra
    • Poros
    • Spetses
    • Angistri
    • Salamina
    • Dokos
    • Santorini
    • Mykonos
    • Ikaria
    • Samos
    • Patmos
    • Kos

    Uninhabited islands

    This list includes islands that may have been inhabited in the past but are now uninhabited:
    • Psyttalia
    • Leros Salaminos
    • Revythoussa
    • Moni Aiginas
    • Spetsopoula
    • Romvi
    • Platia
    • Psili
    • Agios Georgios
    • Patroklou
    • Fleves
    • Agios Georgios Salaminos
    • Ypsili Diaporion
    • Ypsili Argolidos
    • Agios Thomas Diaporion
    • Agios Ioannis Diaporion
    • Platia Aeginis
    • Laousses Islets
    • Kyra Aiginis
    • Trikeri Hydras
    • Alexandros Hydras
    • Stavronisi Hydras
    • Velopoudrase
    • Falkonera